The appellant appealed his convictions for possession of marijuana, breach of recognizance, and obstructing a police officer.
The court previously dismissed the appeals for possession and breach of recognizance.
On the obstructing charge, duty counsel raised the issue of the adequacy of the trial judge's reasons.
The Crown conceded that the trial judge failed to consider a possible defence and provided inadequate reasons.
The Court of Appeal agreed, allowed the appeal on the obstructing charge, and ordered a new trial.
